🌿Native Nature

Mexican Cottontail

Sylvilagus cunicularius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Lagomorpha ›Family: Leporidae ›Genus: Sylvilagus

About

The Mexican cottontail (Sylvilagus cunicularius) is a species of cottontail rabbit in the family Leporidae. It is endemic to Mexico where its natural habitats are temperate forests, subtropical or tropical dry forests and pastureland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Cottontail?
The scientific name of Mexican Cottontail is Sylvilagus cunicularius.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Cottontail?
The Mexican Cottontail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the order Lagomorpha.
What family does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the family Leporidae.
What genus does Mexican Cottontail belong to?
Mexican Cottontail belongs to the genus Sylvilagus.